Farm Manager-Tegel, New Zealand
Job Description
Tegel Foods Ltd is a renowned New Zealand brand with a rich heritage in producing diverse, high-quality products nationwide. We’re committed to helping families enjoy nutritious meals daily. To maintain our industry-leading position and meet exacting standards, we seek exceptional talent across all areas of our operations.
About the role
We are currently looking for an experienced and passionate farm manager to join one of our world class breeder farms in Christchurch. You will be accountable and responsible for managing and maintaining the breeder flocks, ensuring each flock receives optimum living conditions and uphold the welfare standards. Reporting to the Regional Breeder Manager, you will play a pivotal role in planning, monitoring and reporting on the farms production to ensure maximum productivity is achieved on a regular basis. The role is challenging and hands-on, so it requires a person who is meticulous, thorough, and self-motivated.
Our ideal candidate would possess the following attributes:
- Experience with livestock including a genuine concern for animal welfare.
- Experience with modern poultry farm equipment and control systems.
- Staff management experience.
- Be committed to quality and budget management.
- Experience liaising with service providers.
- Focused on health and safety.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and farm alarm monitoring.
- Physically capable of performing a hands-on livestock role.
- Be mechanically minded and understand equipment and machinery maintenance.
What do we offer
- Competitive remuneration package
- Possible accommodation option available
- Medical and life insurance
- Discounted company products
- An opportunity to advance your career within a world class livestock operation
